Security Officer Your job is more than a job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
General Duties:
Supervises employees including planning, scheduling, organizing and directing work, training personnel and recommending applicants for employment or for discipline, termination, or retention. Also performs new employee shift orientation, competency assessment, performance evaluation, and handling of personnel matters as delegated/designated. Assigns placement of officers and monitors compliance. Maintains high visibility with behavioral health unit(s), exterior, interior, and emergency room patrol. Ensures all shift supervisory duties are completed error free and on-time. Supervises the shift in accordance with department policies and procedures to provide quality security services. Maintains employee accountability with all hospital policies and procedures. Encourages participation from employees in the ongoing delivery of care/services and maintains high morale. Ensures development of reports as scheduled and follow-up: Ensures that the appropriate security incident reports, related forms are reviewed and submitted to the leader(s).Maintains a security posture in accordance with department policies/procedures and/or as directed: Ensures that the components of the electronic security system(s) are operational and monitored and that security patrols are established, monitored, and documented. Ensures the assigned posts are established and monitored for effectiveness making sure hospital and associated grounds are secured as appropriate. Ensures valuables are accounted for and secured upon receipt. Takes predetermined action and renders assistance in emergencies such as accident, fire, and illness. Communicates with service users about security needs and problems. Oversees shift training plans and conducts informal training: Monitors the security department's activities and officers' responses. Analyzes emergency situations, makes quick responsible decisions, develops and implements a sound plan of action to neutralize the situation or resolve the problem, incident, or vulnerability. Ensures training of staff and recommends key points for performance reviews of security force. Education/Experience Qualifications
Required:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent AND 2 years of experience in Security / Law enforcement--hospital public safety.
Preferred: Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement.
Licenses and Certifications:- Certification Name: Non-Violent Crisis Prevention
- RequiredIssuer: Crisis Prevention Institute
- Licensure Speciality: CertificationEntity: CHNOLA/NOEH/TouroCertification Name: Defensive Driving Certification
- RequiredIssuer: Defensive Driving Certification Issuer
Licensure Speciality: CertificationEntity: WJMCCertification Name: Annual Baton TrainingRequiredIssuer: LCMC HealthLicensure Speciality: Training CertificationEntity: NOEH/TouroCertification Name: Annual Firearm TrainingRequiredIssuer: LCMC HealthLicensure Speciality: Training CertificationEntity: NOEH/Touro/WJMCCertification Name: Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator
Issuer: International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS)
Licensure Speciality: CertificationEntity: WJMCReporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? YesWork Shift:
Variable Hours (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary.
About East Jefferson General Hospital:
East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we're only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital. Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it's all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we doYou are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
